Description
This Baked Feta Eggs with Spinach and Tomatoes is a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast that’s creamy, savory, and packed with flavor! Juicy roasted tomatoes, melty feta cheese, and perfectly baked eggs come together in a one-pan dish, making it an easy and nutritious meal for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ small red onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chopped baby spinach
- 4 large eggs
- Optional toppings: Chopped fresh basil or fresh chives
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2️⃣ Prepare the Base:
- In a large oven-safe baking dish, combine:
- Cherry tomatoes
- Diced red bell pepper
- Diced red onion
- Minced garlic
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the vegetable mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the feta and vegetables.
3️⃣ Season the Dish:
- In a small bowl, mix together:
- Dried oregano
- Sea salt
- Dried thyme
- Ground black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the feta and vegetables.
4️⃣ Bake the Feta & Vegetables:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and the feta starts to brown.
5️⃣ Add Spinach & Eggs:
- Remove the dish from the oven and stir gently, combining the melted feta with the roasted vegetables.
- Add the chopped baby spinach and stir to mix.
- Create four small wells in the mixture and crack one egg into each well.
6️⃣ Bake the Eggs:
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil or chives, if desired.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or toast for dipping.
Notes
- Egg Consistency: If you prefer fully cooked yolks, bake for 12-14 minutes instead of 10.
- Add Protein: Serve with avocado or smoked salmon.
- Spice It Up: For extra heat, drizzle with harissa or chili oil.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, One-Pan Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Healthy Eating